Showing posts with label Close To My Heart. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Close To My Heart. Show all posts

Friday, March 7, 2014

Studio J Love


It is a well known fact that I LOVE Studio J! What is Studio J? It is Close To My Hearts' online digital scrapbooking program. In one afternoon I created 19 layouts!!! Ok I kind of cheated. I used the Express Collections. Basically the layouts are created for you and all I had to do was add my pictures and the journaling. Could it be any easier? I think not. Now are you ready for the icing on the cake?  During March, Close To My Heart's Studio J 2-page 12" x 12" layouts are only $5.

Did you know that statistics show that most scrapboookers spend about $9-$10 per 2-page traditional layout they create? That includes paper, embellishments, photo developing, etc. So, at $5 per 2-page digital layout you are saving some serious dinero! Plus, that's almost a $2 savings per layout from our regular price. PLUS, you don't even have to be a scrapbooker to use Studio J. You just have to be someone with photos who wants to preserve them beautifully for their family. It's THAT EASY!

To play with Studio J, just head to the Studio J Page on my website. It's absolutely FREE to play and build layouts...and it's SO SIMPLE AND USER FRIENDLY. You don't pay a single penny until you purchase. Of course, you'll want to be sure to purchase in March to to get that $5 price. On April 1, it's back to $6.95.

What do you get for  your $5?
  • Your 2-page 12" x 12" layout
  • 1 high resolution .jpg file of each page. This way you can print more at a later date if you want to. This is emailed to you after you place your order
  • 1 lower resolution .jpg file of the 2 pages together (like you see here in this post). This is great for posting online for friends and family members to see. This is also emailed to you after you order.
If you have questions give me a call (435.764.3598). I've shared a few of my Studio J layouts that I created yesterday. Enjoy!








Friday, January 17, 2014

CTMH Baby Cakes Workshop


At the January workshop last night we created these 3 layouts with the option for the additional layout shown below.  The first two layouts are from the Baby Cakes workshop guide and the third layout was inspired by Pamela O'Connor. This kit can easily be used for those precious baby pictures but you can just as easily use these layouts for birthdays, everyday moments or milestones.


 January Workshop “Babycakes” Shopping List

BASIC Kit                                                                              Page
X7173B        Babycakes Level 2 Paper Pack                   37                   9.95
Z1869           Babycakes Assortment                                37                   4.95
Z1849           Bronze Shimmer Trim                                121                   4.95
No#              1 Sheet Kraft                                             122                    .70
No #             1 Sheet of colonial white cardstock            139                    .70
No#               1 Sheet of Lagoon CS                              122                    .70
                                                                                       
 BETTER (Basic Kit + More Accessories)
 **Z1701       neutral bakers twine                                     121               4.95   
 **Z1864       Slate Striped Twist Ties                                 118               3.95
 Z1857           Rosewood Mini Medley accents                   119               5.95
 **Z1753       Brown & Tan Sparkles Assortment               117               2.95

Add ons:
S1311              January SOM: Cross-Stitch Wishes               16               17.95 or Free!
CC1026           Cloud Nine National paper crafting month                      15.00 w/ $35 purchase
Z1151             **3-D Foam Tape                                        133                  5.95
Z1114             Piercing Tool Kit                                          132                  5.95

*Stamp pad colors used Sunset, Slate, Lagoon
You will need an extra sheet of sunset cs, slate cs, chocolate cs  and 3 sheets of white cs

** You may already have this item from a past workshop


January is National Papercrafting Month and Close To My Heart has really outdone themselves with this 10-card kit (Called "Cloud Nine"), including all of the cards, envelopes, papers, pre-cut shapes, accents, and even a stamp set!

This kit is yours for only $15 (retail value of $46) when you spend $35 (before shipping and tax). In fact you can add one kit for EACH $35 you order! I created the 10 cards and then with the extra paper from the Baby Cakes paper packet and from this kit I created the extra layout inspired by Christine Adams.  If you order on my website, you'll be prompted to add this kit before you check out. 


Cloud Nine Kit Contents*:
1-Cloud 9 Stamp Set (D size set)
1-Cloud 9 B&T Duos Papers
1-Lagoon Cardstock Sheet
1-Honey Cardstock Sheet
1 - 9" x 9 1/2" White Daisy Die Cuts Sheet
1 Roll - Gold Polka-Dot Washi Tape
1 Roll - Teal Shimmer Trim
1 Package - Durables Triangles Studs
10 - Card Bases and Envelopes
1-Instructional Brochure
      Valued at over $46!



Tuesday, October 15, 2013

CTMH October Workshop: Huntington


Fall is in the air and what better way to embrace the changing weather then by some fabulously fall scrapbook layouts.  At this month's workshop we will be creating these three 2-page layouts featuring the Huntington WOTG kit and coordinating accessories.  All items can be purchased from my website and a complete shopping list is below.  Also as of today you can not only order from the Autumn/Winter 2013 idea book but also the Holiday from the heart gift guide! With every $100 order you can also pick a "star" item from the gift guide for FREE!



October Workshop “Huntington” Shopping List

BASIC Kit G1069                                                                              Page
¡ X7174B        Huntington Level 2 Paper Pack                    43                  9.95
¡ Exclusive      Huntington Workshop stamp set                  47              17.95
¡ Z1881           Huntington Assortment                                43                  5.95
¡ Z1753           Sparkles Brown & Tan Assortment            117                  2.95
¡ No#              2 Sheets Goldrush Cardstock                      139                  1.40
¡ No #             2 Sheet of Colonial white cardstock           139                  1 .40
¡ No #             Workshop Guide                                                                1.00
                                                                                                            $40.60 You Pay $29.95!!

BETTER (Basic Kit + More Accessories)
¡ G1069          Basic Kit                                                           43             29.95
¡ Z1867           Jute Ribbon                                                        120          7.95   
¡ Z1769           Glitz Glitter Gel Almond                                131               2.75
¡ Z1857           Mini-Medley Accents Rosewood                   119               5.95

Add ons:
S1308              October  SOM: Scandinavian Wishes           13               17.95 or Free!
Z1151             **3-D Foam Tape                                        133                 5.95
Z1114             Piercing Tool Kit                                          132                 5.95

Z1906             Cricut Artbooking Collection                         59               99.00

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Project Inspirations: Mixed Papers


  The layout shown above is mixing paper from several different paper packets. This is such a great tip for using up the leftover paper from your CTMH paper packets! Check out the video below and then get creative mixing and matching paper from different paper packets! All your favorite CTMH products can be ordered from my website.

Monday, September 9, 2013

CTMH Artbooking Cricut Cartridge




The new Artbooking cricut cartridge is a MUST HAVE!! Don't believe me? Check out the video above and you will see why. You can order this cartridge from my website and it will qualify you to get the National Stamping Month trio set for just $10 and the September stamp of the month Poster Tidings for $5. (Check out the previous posts for more details)

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

CTMH: September Workshop - ProPlayer


This month we will be created the following 4 layouts featuring the ProPlayer WOTG kit. This kit is incredibly versatile and can be very masculine. As you check out all four layouts you can see how diverse the layouts can be as you mix and match the b&t paper. I also used the new cricut cartridge Artbooking throughout the four layouts. It is a must have! Monday there will be a video posted on my blog sharing more details about this incredible cartridge. Below is a shopping list. All the items can be purchased on my website. Also don't forget about the two promotions - National Stamping month and the September stamp of the month.
Layout inspired by Tresa Black



September Workshop “ProPlayer” Shopping List

BASIC Kit G1067                                                                              Page
¡ X7172B        ProPlayer Level 2 Paper Pack                      31                  9.95
¡ Exclusive      ProPlayer Workshop stamp set                     35             17.95
¡ Z1879           ProPlayer Assortment                                  31                  5.95
¡ Z1864           Slate Striped Twist Ties                              118                  3.95
¡ No#              2 Sheets Crème Brulee Cardstock             139                  1.40
¡ No #             1 Sheet of white daisy cardstock                139                   .70
¡ No #             Workshop Guide                                                                1.00
                                                                                                            $39.90 You Pay $29.95!!

BETTER (Basic Kit + More Accessories)
¡ G1067          Basic Kit                                                           31             29.95
¡ Z1862           **Mini-Medley Accents Black                           119          5.95   
¡ Z1335           **Licorice Opaques Adhesive Gems             117               2.95
¡ Z1858           Irresistibles Hexagons                                   123               3.95
¡ Z1835           **Tiny Type Epoxy Alphabet                         123               5.95
                                                                                                                          48.75

Add ons:
S1308              September  SOM: Poster Tidings                 12               17.95 or Free!
Z1151             **3-D Foam Tape                                        133                 5.95
Z1114             Piercing Tool Kit                                          132                 5.95
Z1906             Cricut Artbooking Collection                         59               99.00
Z1768             Metallics Markers                                       130                 4.95
       

*Stamp pad colors used Slate, Ruby, Black & Pacifica
You will need an extra sheet of Ruby cardstock, 2 sheets of whisper and extra sheets of white cardstock for photo place holders.


** You may already have this item from a past workshop

CTMH: National Stamping Month: September 2013



Get an exclusive You Are My Happy stamp set trio in celebration of National Stamping Month! During the month of September, when you make a purchase of $50 or more, you qualify for this whimsical stamp set trio for only $10. You'll love the whimsical alphabet, light-hearted sentiments, and fanciful images for a variety of occasions to give a cheerful touch to your projects, with a full retail value of $47.90. Watch the campaign video (above) and shop online or contact me (iotamaker@gmail.com 435.764.3598) to place your qualifying order to snatch this darling stamp set trio today!

Also don't forget about the September stamp of the month: Poster Tidings featured in the previous blog post. This set is just $5 with a $50 order so you could get all 4 sets - You Are My Happy trio and the stamp of the month for just $15!!! That would make any crafter happy!!

CTMH - September Subway Tidings



 Above is a great video featuring the September stamp of the month: Poster Tidings. Check out all the great artwork in the video then head on over to my website to order your "Poster Tidings" stamp set. Below is some additional artwork created by my CTMH upline Karen Pedersen.

Also, don't forget about the other promotion going on this month. It is national stamping month and we are celebrating with 3 times the fun! Get an exclusive "You Are My Happy" stamp set trio in celebration of National Stamping Month! During the month of September, when you make a purchase of $50 or more, you qualify for this whimsical stamp set trio for only $10. You’ll love the whimsical alphabet, light-hearted sentiments, and fanciful images for a variety of occasions to give a cheerful touch to your projects, with a full retail value of $47.90.



Monday, August 5, 2013

Project Inspirations: Ombré Technique

Carlie from CTMH is back with a great technique video. She is making Ombre letters that are just gorgeous! I am going to have to try this technique for sure! Check out the how to video below for all the details. You can order any and all the products shown from my website. Lets Ombre together!

Thursday, July 11, 2013

Studio J - Love it even more!

  There have been some great features added to Studio J and I wanted to share what I have been working on. I am happy to announce that I am very close to having 2009 scraped and in the albums thanks in large part to Studio J. I love how fast it is to create gorgeous layouts and that I can play around with the colors until I get it just right. These layouts look great next to my classic layouts. This first layout is probably one of my favorite from my most recent order. I love the color combination that I ended up with. I tried a few different colors before deciding on the two shade of green - Topiary and pear.

On this layout I had a few more pictures than the original design had. One of the most exciting new features in Studio J is that you can add photo wells!!! You can also move and resize existing photo wells!! It has really opened up the possibilities. You can find the feature in the photo and text tab on the left hand menu.

On the Thanksgiving 2009 layout and the Santa's Elves layout I want to point out the title. I created the drop shadow look but layering the title three times in three different colors. The bottom layer is black and using the arrow keys I moved it down and to the right a few points. The middle layer is white and moved up and to the left a few points. The top layer is in the color that coordinates with the layout and left in the center. Doesn't it make my title really pop! I just can't say enough good things about Studio J. You can try it out for free and the only thing you pay for is to have your layouts printed by CTMH or you can purchase the jpg files of your layouts and have them printed by a third party. If you would like more information or a one on one training session drop me a line or email. Log on to Studio J through my website. You can also check out more Studio J layouts here on my blog or in the Studio J art gallery.


Thursday, June 13, 2013

CTMH Product Feature: Hook & Loop

Our hook & loop fasteners are such a simple but fabulous product. I use these all the time and love the ideas taht Brian from CTMH shared in this video tutorial. These would also be great with our flip flaps!!! Oh the options are endless. Well check out this short video and then head on over to my website to order yours! Don't forget to also check out the 4 fabulous promotions going on this month. I posted the details on my blog (scroll down past the ws layouts).

Monday, June 10, 2013

Better Blending

Card Created by Karen Pedersen
I have a great tutorial to share with you today. I love our new alcohol markers because it makes my coloring look like a pro! In the tutorial Laura from CTMH will show you how to use the alcohol blending marker to create some unique looks.  At the end of the tutorial she shares a gorgeous card using a stamp from this month's stamp of the month set: A Flowering Bunch. This set is probably one of my favorites from the Spring/Summer 2013 idea book and is only available through June 30th. All the supplies can be ordered from my website and don't forget the other 3 promotions going on this month! Details on my blog or website.


 

Monday, June 3, 2013

4 Is This's Month's Magic Number!


Layout inspired by CTMH & Karen Pedersen

This month is all about the number 4! First all 4 of my kids are done with school!!! That alone is reason to celebrate don't you think? Secondly we will be creating 4 layouts with For Always WOTG kit and coordinating accessories. Finally there are FOUR fabulous promotions going on this month. I told you 4 was our lucky number.

As mentioned we will be creating with the For Always WOTG kit. I have posted pictures of all four layouts and the shopping list below the last layout. You can order all the supplies on my website. Be sure to join the June Workshop party and have your order in by the 5th so you can come to the class at my home on the 2oth of June. If you would like to attend the class please rsvp (435.764.3598)

Layout inspired by CTMH & Karen Pedersen

Layout inspired by CTMH pg 32 of Spring/Summer 2013 idea book

Layout inspired by Michelle Snyder
June Workshop “For Always” Shopping List

BASIC Kit G1055                                                                              Page
¡ X7165B        For Always Level 2 Paper Pack                     32                  9.95
¡ Exclusive      For Always Workshop stamp set                  36               13.95
¡ Z1811           For Always Assortment                               117                  5.95
¡ Z1754           Sparkles Black & Grey Assortment            120                  2.95
¡ No #             2 sheets of White cardstock                           8                    .80
¡ No #             Workshop Guide                                                                1.00
                                                                                                           $34.60 You Pay $29.95!!

BETTER (Basic Kit + More Accessories)
¡ G1055          Basic Kit                                                           36             29.95
¡ X7165C        For Always Complements My Stickease          32              4.95   
¡ Z1809           Black Shimmer Trim                                     122               4.95
¡ Z1820           For Always Textiles                                        117               8.95
¡ Z1812           Sparkles Clear Flourishes - small                  120               4.95                           
                                                                                                                          53.75

Add ons:
S1306              June SOM: A Flowering Bunch                   143                17.95 or 5.00
M1029            A True Thank You – Oklahoma Tornado Relief                   2.95
D1576             Home of the Brave                                                            17.95
B1437             Courage                                                                              9.95
Z1151             3-D Foam Tape                                            135                 5.95
Z1114             Piercing Tool Kit                                          131                 5.95
Z1686             Cricut Art Philosophy Collection                    15              99.00
       

*Stamp pad colors used Black,
You will need 2 extra sheets of Black and Slate cardstock, 1 extra sheet of Lagoon cardstock and 3x3 piece of Ruby cardstock.


** You may already have this item from a past workshop

Now there is also FOUR different promotions going on this month: (note that if you participate in #3 and #4, your purchases support donations to worthy causes)




1.  It's a Banner Month!
2.  June Stamp of the Month
3.  Military Stamp Sets: Get Patriotic...Stamp Style!
4.  "Thank You" Continues to Support Oklahoma
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1.  It's a Banner Month!:  In June, Receive a free My Creations® mini banner! Make it a “banner” day by placing a $25 order that includes a stamp set* to receive your free mini banner. The mini banner includes 10 chipboard pennants in 4 different shapes with 9 jump rings for hanging. Use the mini banner as a decoration for your parties and get-togethers this summer for many “banner” days! *qualifying stamp sets are sets that have a SKU number that begins with A, B, C, D or E.  M and K stamps are not included.  

If you are shopping on my website and place an order of $25 or more (in which an A, B, C, D or E stamp set is included) this banner will automatically be added to your order. 

2.  June Stamp of the Month:  I love this Summery stamp set and it's perfect for getting creative. I attached a picture of a card that my dear friend Karen sent to me. You'll notice that the background to the card Karen created (picture attached) was made by stamping one of the outline stamps randomly in Whisper.  She also only added a pop of color by coloring the center of the flower with our awesome Alcohol-Based Markers.  I wanted to show you that you can stay simple with this set even though it is a lined stamp set, or you can get really creative and color everything in. Picture of the set is attached. It's only $5 ($17.95 value) with a $50 purchase. And, if you are already taking part in the "Banner Month" special above, you are half way there!  But, never fear...check out #3 and #4 below and they will help you easily get to that $50 mark (AND the money you spend on them will also be donated to some worth charities!). If you are ordering on my website, and spend the $50 (before shipping and tax), you'll be prompted to add this set before you check out for only $5.

CTMH Products used on the card made with the June Stamp of the Month:  June Stamp of the MonthBlack CardstockWhite Daisy CardstockWhisper CardstockSky CardstockWhisper Stamp PadBlack Stamp Pad,Sky Exclusive Marker DuoSlate Polka Dot Washi TapeStardust Glitz Glitter Gel.

3.  Military Stamp Sets:  Let’s Get Patriotic—Stamp Style! 

 
Celebrate military service and promote patriotism with our new patriotic stamp sets—available only from June 1 to July 31, 2013.Three dollars from each B-size My Acrylix® Courage stamp set and $5 from each D-size My Acrylix® Home of the Brave stamp set will be donated to the USO, the leading, most recognized military-support and services organization in the country. Show your support with your own patriotic stamp set! 

With Flag Day, Independence Day, Pioneer Day (here in Utah), and more right around the corner, now is the perfect time to celebrate military service and promote patriotism with these three new patriotic stamp sets.

Order them easily on my website with the following numbers: Home of the Brave (D1576), Strong and Free (Canada set, D1575) and Courage (B1437).  


4.  "Thank You" Continues to Support Oklahoma: If last month's tornadoes in Oklahoma was devastating.  Close To My Heart has created a way to help! They are donating all profits from the sale of this brand new stamp to the Red Cross Efforts toward the Oklahoma tornadoes through June 30. This stamp is just $2.95, and you can easily order it here I love that price point because it allows you to order one for yourself and extra for your friends.  All the while knowing that you are helping the people in this storm-torn area. 

So you see, as great as the National Scrapbooking Month specials were in May, CTMH made sure that June didn't come along and pale in comparison!  I love being  part of a company that cares so much for others!

What's the moral of this post today? You can easily take advantage of FOUR PROMOTIONS: Spend $50 (including one A-E stamp set), get the FREE My Creations Banner ($5.95 value), get the June Stamp of the Month for $5 ($17.95 value), add a Patriotic Stamp set or two to your order as well as the Thank You for Oklahoma (both of which can count toward your $50) and you will enjoy doing the following:
  • Helping our troops with the donations made from your Patriotic stamp set purchases
  • Helping Oklahoma with your Thank You purchase
  • Getting over $73.90 in products for only $55!